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Engineering Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Company Premium Advis...
Industry Shipping
Category Engineering
Location Accra
Job Status Permanent
Salary GH¢ 
Education Bachelor̵...
Experience 10 years
Job Expires Jun 23, 2021
Contact ...
 

Job Description

Our client is at the completion stage of the development of a major Container and Multipurpose Terminal at a Port in Ghana, which is expected to reach Commercial Operations by the end of the year. This terminal will become a principal location for the handling and temporary storage of Containers and General Cargo in Ghana. As part of the process, our client seeks to recruit very experienced, innovative and self-motivated senior resources to occupy the following position: Engineering Manager

 

Purpose
To manage and control all day-to-day activities of the Engineering Department and ensure that the Maintenance Program of the group is properly planned, implemented and accomplished according to company policies and budget. The role will ensure that equipment availability and reliability is achieved to the highest possible standards through close monitoring of critical functions and compliance with Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for the Unit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Develop and execute  maintenance plan for terminal equipment
  • Conducts hands-on inspection of Terminal Equipment and supervises Critical engineering activities. 
  • Develops and implements maintenance policies, procedures, guidelines and appropriate information systems.
  • Contributes to the continuous improvement process and to the meeting of relevant objectives and targets.
  • Manages the cost of inventory by implementation “just in time” stock levels based on replacement evaluation of replacement parts for plants and equipment.
  • Ensures equipment reliability and performance meet required production standard through equipment performance monitoring statistics & maintenance of proper programs.
  • Analyses day to day breakdown occurrences and recommends/implements corrective and preventive actions. 
  • Co-ordinates with Crane Maintenance team and Operations on the implementation and completion of scheduled Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Works on time and within acceptable budgeted cost. 
  • Conducts audit checks of maintenance activities by ensuring proper work procedure is being followed, documents are complete, signed and inspected by the maintenance supervisors. 
  • Reviews and approves purchase requisitions for spare parts, materials and tool requirements for the proper maintenance of terminal equipment and facilities. 
  • Ensures safety, health and environmental standards are met throughout operations, and all accidents/injuries are investigated thoroughly and reviews them with the management team. 
  • Performs other related duties as required. 

Required Skills or Experience

  • A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical related discipline 
  • A minimum of 10 years experience in managerial position in an Engineering Department especially in port operation 
  • Must have extensive knowledge of terminal operations practices and principles. 
  • Must have an excellent working knowledge of managerial and leadership principles, with the ability to influence other management team members and lead a department of technically proficient individuals. 
  • Must be very familiar with all aspects of the systems support for the terminal, including software applications, equipment, and work flow. 
  • Must have extensive knowledge of safety, health and environmental issues as they affect the workplace, including local regulations, national requirements, and governmental agency requirements. 
  • Must be familiar with maritime codes.
  • Must have working knowledge of labour law, company policies and procedures, and general work rules and standard operating procedures for the terminal. 
  • Must have working knowledge of budget preparation and financial applications; including an understanding of basic accounting, statistics, problem solving, goal setting, and business applications. 
  • Must be able to demonstrate strong leadership, influencing as well as negotiation skills.
  • Must be able to exercise sound business judgment in order to set direction and establish priorities. 
  • Must demonstrate excellent analytical skills, including the ability to extract and analyse data.
  • Must demonstrate exceptional time management skills; due to fast-moving, demanding work environment.
  • Must have good presentations skills and have very excellent Microsoft suite skills. 

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